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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (74.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Harvest
Star Rating
(829)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansWorkday HCM
Star Rating
(1,461)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (74.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Workday HCM excels in providing a user-friendly interface, making it easy for users to manage HR processes. Recent feedback highlights its intuitive design, which simplifies tasks like monitoring pay and onboarding, helping users stay organized.
- Users say that Harvest stands out for its advanced time tracking capabilities, allowing for real-time visualization of work processes. Reviewers appreciate its versatility in managing projects and collaboration, making it a strong choice for teams looking to enhance productivity.
- According to verified reviews, Workday HCM faces challenges in setup and administration, with some users noting that it can be less straightforward compared to Harvest. While Workday offers robust features, the implementation process may require more effort, which could be a consideration for new users.
- Reviewers mention that Harvest's ease of use is a significant advantage, with many praising its simple time tracking and integration with browser extensions. This feature allows users to seamlessly track time without disrupting their workflow, making it a favorite among small businesses.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products have strong support, Harvest receives slightly higher marks for quality of support. Users appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Harvest's support team, which can be crucial for businesses needing quick resolutions to issues.
- Users report that Workday HCM is particularly beneficial for larger enterprises, as it effectively integrates various HR functions. However, Harvest's focus on small businesses allows it to cater specifically to their needs, providing tailored features that enhance operational efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Workday HCM
No pricing availableFree Trial
Harvest
Free Trial is available
Workday HCM
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
743
8.5
1,154
Ease of Use
9.1
742
8.2
1,172
Ease of Setup
9.0
267
7.6
296
Ease of Admin
8.8
249
7.5
237
Quality of Support
8.7
449
8.1
898
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
217
8.1
219
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
720
8.1
1,138
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.6
386
Not enough data
8.7
351
Not enough data
8.2
222
Not enough data
8.3
327
Not enough data
8.3
275
Not enough data
8.4
329
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.9
38
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
7.9
167
Not enough data
8.3
206
Not enough data
8.5
206
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
203
Not enough data
8.4
205
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
8.8
363
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
320
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
248
Administration
Not enough data
8.7
273
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
328
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
327
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
208
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
266
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
266
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
264
Not enough data
8.8
257
Taxes
Not enough data
8.6
211
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.3
168
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
209
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
202
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
292
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
299
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
269
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
8.6
306
Not enough data
8.5
277
Not enough data
8.1
175
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
265
Not enough data
8.7
297
Not enough data
8.5
186
Not enough data
8.3
209
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
8.6
306
Not enough data
8.5
277
Not enough data
8.1
175
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
265
Not enough data
8.7
297
Not enough data
8.5
186
Not enough data
8.6
280
Not enough data
8.3
209
Not enough data
8.4
177
Not enough data
8.2
30
Not enough data
8.4
32
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.9
19
Not enough data
7.1
19
Not enough data
7.0
19
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
7.9
167
Not enough data
8.3
206
Not enough data
8.5
206
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
203
Not enough data
8.4
205
Processing
Not enough data
7.9
27
Not enough data
8.3
24
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
8.5
24
Compliance
Not enough data
8.1
24
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.1
24
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
29
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.2
22
Reporting
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.4
23
Cost Tracking
8.6
171
Not enough data
8.5
180
Not enough data
8.5
174
Not enough data
Operations
Not enough data
8.6
24
Not enough data
8.7
22
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.9
23
Not enough data
8.7
19
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.6
66
Not enough data
8.2
57
Not enough data
8.8
70
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.9
70
Not enough data
8.6
72
Not enough data
8.7
75
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.4
63
Not enough data
8.4
65
Not enough data
7.8
52
Not enough data
8.5
56
Not enough data
7.9
49
Not enough data
8.5
55
Not enough data
8.3
60
Performance reviews
Not enough data
8.4
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
67
|
Verified
Goals
Not enough data
8.6
65
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
59
|
Verified
Feedback
Not enough data
8.3
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
57
Not enough data
7.6
50
Not enough data
7.3
32
Data
Not enough data
8.5
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
61
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Not enough data
6.7
14
Not enough data
6.9
14
Basic Features
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Risk Mitigation
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
6
Analytics
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sourcing
Not enough data
7.7
120
Not enough data
7.8
123
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.2
6
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
Not enough data
8.1
119
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
7.9
167
Not enough data
8.3
206
Not enough data
8.5
206
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
203
Not enough data
8.4
205
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
6.7
11
Not enough data
6.5
11
Not enough data
6.8
11
Not enough data
6.9
12
Not enough data
7.0
11
Platform Content
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
202
Not enough data
8.5
203
Not enough data
8.1
98
Not enough data
8.5
173
Not enough data
8.4
158
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
134
Not enough data
8.2
150
Not enough data
8.2
166
Not enough data
8.4
227
Not enough data
8.4
237
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.0
169
Not enough data
8.4
198
Not enough data
8.5
87
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
7.9
167
Not enough data
8.3
206
Not enough data
8.5
206
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
203
Not enough data
8.4
205
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.1
208
Not enough data
8.4
271
Basic Features - AI Interview Agent
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Bias Audit - AI Interview Agent
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Transcription - AI Interview Agent
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Capability - AI Interview Agent
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.4
19
Not enough data
8.3
19
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.4
20
Course Management
Not enough data
8.0
19
Not enough data
8.3
19
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
8.7
20
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.4
16
Interface
Not enough data
8.5
20
Not enough data
8.3
19
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
19
Not enough data
8.3
19
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
8.5
19
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Time Tracking
9.3
621
8.6
330
9.2
618
8.5
254
8.9
541
8.5
202
Client Invoicing
8.7
350
8.2
153
8.4
266
8.5
177
8.3
322
8.2
148
Mobile Time Tracking
9.4
563
8.7
253
Administration
8.5
324
8.3
147
8.4
332
8.5
213
8.4
342
8.6
208
Feature Not Available
8.6
181
8.7
361
8.6
210
Platform
8.4
388
8.6
203
8.3
261
8.4
165
Feature Not Available
8.4
149
9.1
416
8.6
221
8.6
316
8.0
184
7.7
218
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
203
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
7.9
167
Not enough data
8.3
206
Not enough data
8.5
206
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.2
203
Not enough data
8.4
205
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Harvest and Workday HCM are categorized as Time Tracking
Unique Categories
Harvest is categorized as Project Cost Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Harvest
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Workday HCM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Marketing and Advertising
28.0%
Information Technology and Services
14.4%
Computer Software
8.2%
Design
3.9%
Internet
2.8%
Other
42.7%
Information Technology and Services
11.4%
Computer Software
9.3%
Internet
6.0%
Hospital & Health Care
6.0%
Financial Services
5.3%
Other
62.1%
Discussions
What is the ultimate intention for the use of harvest?
3 Comments
JC
Track your time and manage the hours spent on each project. You can even start a timer when you start a task. Read more
What is the best way to keep my team actively logging time?
2 Comments
JS
Have them use a browser plugin that will allow them to more easily manage time. Training and ease of use are the best way to drive adoption. If you have...Read more
What is the easiest way to manage changing pay rate in many projects for a single client?
1 Comment
EC
I believe you can go to Team >Click on yourself>Edit profile>Basic Info. Change your billable rate in there and it should appy to all your projects. Read more
Can you explain workday financial in more detail?
2 Comments
LB
You got me interested. I have an interview coming up soon and I don't know how to properly ask questions that are important to me about remuneration and the...Read more
What is included in Workday HCM?
2 Comments
ST
Workday Student includes Student Recruiting, Admissions*, Curriculum Management*, Records*, Academic Advising*, Financial Aid* and Student Financials*Read more
What is Workday HCM used for?
1 Comment
MA
Workday HCM is used to manage the full employee lifecycle in one integrated platform. It supports core HR functions such as maintaining employee records,...Read more
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